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Vakkaru Maldives Wins Big at the 2020 World Travel Awards

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Vakkaru Maldives has been named Indian Ocean’s Leading Resort and World’s Leading Honeymoon Resort at World Travel Awards.

Vakkaru Maldives has a quartet of very good reasons to celebrate over the coming festive season and beyond; launched in 2017, the private-island retreat just won four times over at the 27th Annual World Travel Awards.

Only three years after opening, the independently run resort has been named Indian Ocean’s Leading Resort 2020 and The World’s Leading Honeymoon Resort. Additionally, its immense signature four-bedroom overwater villa The Residence won both Maldives’ Leading Hotel Suite 2020 award. And Vakkaru also the Indian Ocean’s Leading Hotel Suite 2020 at World Travel Awards.

Established in 1993 to acknowledge, reward and celebrate excellence across all key sectors of the travel, tourism and hospitality industries, the World Travel Awards is recognised internationally as an arbiter of excellence in the luxury travel sector.

As we approach the end of such a momentous year, I could not be more thrilled that Vakkaru Maldives has been honoured four times over at the World Travel Awards. These accolades are a testament to the tireless effort every Vakkaru team member makes to ensure every guest stay here is as special as can be. As travellers the world over slowly start to move again, we look forward to welcoming them to our palm-shaded beach villas, timber-framed overwater villas, and the unparalleled – and now multi-award-winning – grandeur and beauty of The Residence.

Vakkaru Maldives’ general manager Iain McCormack said.

These latest accolades consolidate Vakkaru Maldives’ position as one of the country’s most exciting and inviting luxury resorts. It also comes shortly after the launch of its innovative new hospitality concept Vakkare. A commitment to providing the utmost care in all its forms; this enhanced service standard sees all members of the Vakkaru team make sincere and creative effort to surpass guest expectations.

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Vakkaru’s team members do all they can to make honeymoons particularly special. Couples who visit The World’s Leading Honeymoon Resort can enjoy romantic experiences that range from; exclusive night-time use of the resort’s Overwater Spa to private excursions.

Meanwhile, Guests at The Residence will enjoy all of these benefits and more. Besides, they have the prestige of residing in Maldives’ Leading Hotel Suite 2020 and Indian Ocean’s Leading Hotel Suite 2020. Perfectly positioned to provide uninterrupted views of the sunset, the four-bedroom, two-storey villa extends to 971 square metres. And it also contains all a family or group of friends could want to enjoy the ultimate holiday in exclusivity.

For reservations and further information, visit vakkarumaldives.com

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Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives Nominated for 2025 Condé Nast Readers Choice Awards

Kuda Villingili Nominated for 2025 Condé Nast Award

Kuda Villingili Resort Maldives continues to shine as one of the Maldives’ premier luxury destinations. The resort now proudly earns a nomination for the 2025 Condé Nast Traveller (UK) and Condé Nast Traveler (US) Readers’ Choice Awards in the highly competitive “Resorts” category. As a result of this honour, the nomination further strengthens the resort’s global reputation. Kuda Villingili is consistently recognised for its soulful hospitality and thoughtfully curated guest experiences, which leave a lasting impression on travellers from around the world.

Commercial Director Amjad Thaufeeg shared the team’s excitement:

“Being nominated once again for the Condé Nast Traveller (UK) and Condé Nast Traveler (US) Readers’ Choice Awards is a tremendous honour. We are incredibly thrilled to be listed among the best resorts in such a globally competitive region. This prestigious nomination highlights Kuda Villingili’s exceptional service, soulful hospitality, and unforgettable guest experiences. We warmly invite everyone to vote and support us in reaching even greater heights in 2025.”

A Legacy of Excellence in the Indian Ocean

Importantly, this latest nomination follows a remarkable achievement in 2024. That year, the resort earned 8th place among the Top 20 Resorts in the Indian Ocean, as selected by Condé Nast Traveller (UK) readers.

More than just a ranking, this milestone affirmed Kuda Villingili’s ongoing commitment to excellence. It also reflected the resort’s growing connection with a global community of guests who return for its warmth, beauty, and service.

Casting Your Vote

The Condé Nast Readers’ Choice Awards remain among the most prestigious accolades in the travel industry. Each year, millions of readers from across the globe vote for the hotels, cities, islands, and experiences that left the greatest impression on them.

This year, voting for the 2025 awards is already open and will run through 30 June 2025. The results will be published in the November editions of Condé Nast magazine in both the UK and the US.

For those who wish to support Kuda Villingili, casting a vote is simple. Guests and supporters can vote through the official links below:

A Sanctuary of Luxury and Adventure

Set against the turquoise backdrop of the Indian Ocean, Kuda Villingili Resort offers much more than a scenic escape. The resort redefines what modern luxury means for today’s discerning travellers. Guests can savour twelve international cuisines across eight signature dining outlets. In addition, they can indulge in transformative wellness rituals at the private island spa. Adventure seekers can also surf world-renowned waves at Chickens Break, a destination revered by surfers worldwide.

No matter the guest profile—whether travelling as a couple, a family, or solo—every stay is crafted to feel personal. Some guests seek peace and tranquillity; others crave excitement. At Kuda Villingili, all find exactly what they need.

Finally, for those who’ve discovered a sense of home at Kuda Villingili—those who’ve built memories, celebrated milestones, or simply found peace—this nomination offers a meaningful opportunity to give back.

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